1998 Peugeot 406 vs. 1998 TVR Cerbera
To start off, both 1998 Peugeot 406 and 1998 TVR Cerbera were released in the same year (1998). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 TVR Cerbera (347 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1998 Peugeot 406. (109 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1998 Peugeot 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Peugeot 406 weights approximately 260 kg more than 1998 TVR Cerbera.
Because 1998 TVR Cerbera is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1998 TVR Cerbera. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Peugeot 406, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Peugeot 406. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1998 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Peugeot 406.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Peugeot 406 | 1998 TVR Cerbera | |
Make | Peugeot | TVR |
Model | 406 | Cerbera |
Year Released | 1998 | 1998 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1761 cc | 4185 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 347 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |